1989 Nissan Micra vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 949 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Micra | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3246 mm |