2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Kalos | Micra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
