1987 Nissan Micra vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 3 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 910 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.
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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Micra | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
