1988 Nissan Micra vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Integra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1988 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, 1987 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Micra | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Micra | Integra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
