1983 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 840 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Micra | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Armada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
