1985 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 777 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Micra | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Armada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
