1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 151 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
