1991 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1720 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 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Micra | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2980 mm |
