1986 Ford Orion vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 102 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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, 1986 Ford Orion (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Micra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |
