1990 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 544 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Micra | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
