1987 Nissan Micra vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup is newer by 14 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 780 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 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 2001 Nissan Pickup. 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, 2001 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
