1989 Nissan Micra vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 5 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 155 kg more 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, 1994 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Express |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
