1987 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Micra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
