1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1992 Nissan Micra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Micra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
