1984 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 506 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 46 L |
