1990 Nissan Micra vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1144 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (318 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Micra | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
