1987 Nissan Micra vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 865 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 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Micra | 928 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
