1983 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1556 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Micra | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Micra | Touareg |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2893 mm |