1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Continental 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 1995 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra. 1995 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Micra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2310 mm |
