1993 Honda CRX vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 3 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 384 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.
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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda CRX | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CRX | Micra |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |