1990 Nissan Micra vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Micra | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Micra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
