1989 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 23 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 685 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Micra | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
