1987 Nissan Micra vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Nissan Micra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra.
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 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
