1995 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda CRX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CRX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
