1994 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 38 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Micra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
