1989 Nissan Micra vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aspire weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Micra | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1235 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
