2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1816 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2310 mm |
