1986 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 784 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Micra | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
