1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW Z1 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 1990 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z1 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
