1984 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 25 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1186 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Micra | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Micra | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
