1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1991 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1005 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 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 1991 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Micra |
Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |