1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 69 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Micra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
