1984 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (101 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 194 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Nissan Micra (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Micra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 46 L |
