1998 Nissan Crew vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 202 kg more than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Because 1998 Nissan Crew 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 1998 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Crew | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Crew | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
