1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 589 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.
Because 1986 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Micra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
