2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1992 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
