1990 Nissan Micra vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 574 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.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra. 2001 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Micra | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Micra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
