2000 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 789 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
