1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
