1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Micra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
