1984 Nissan Micra vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1984 Nissan Micra and 1984 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 240 weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1984 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Micra | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Micra | 240 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |