1986 Holden Camira vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Micra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
