1998 Ford Libre 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 Libre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Libre would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra.
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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Libre | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Libre | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1049 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
