1986 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 23 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), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1231 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 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra. 2009 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Micra | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Micra | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
