1987 Nissan Micra vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 665 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra. 1988 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
