2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 877 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.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Micra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |