1987 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 25 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Micra | R |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3216 mm |
