1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 881 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Micra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |