1999 Honda Z vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
