1985 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Micra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |