1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Camry | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Camry | Micra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
