1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 1989 Mazda 323 and 1989 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (130 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra.
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 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
