1985 Nissan Micra vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Micra | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
