1989 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 352 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 1989 Ford Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Micra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |