1991 Nissan Micra vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Micra | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Micra | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
