1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 1991 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 270 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.
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 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 1991 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Micra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
