1988 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 626 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 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, 1988 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 626 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
