1998 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 101 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, 1998 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Laser | Micra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |