1986 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 908 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Micra | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
