1984 Nissan Micra vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 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, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Micra | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
