1984 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 690 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 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Micra | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3270 mm |
