1989 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 20 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 933 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Micra | V50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
