1992 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 975 kg more than 1992 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 Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Micra | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3310 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
