1985 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 22 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Micra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |