1991 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 17 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1205 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 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Micra | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Murano |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
