1990 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1018 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Micra | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3250 mm |