1998 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 650 kg more than 1991 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 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1991 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Micra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |