2005 Nissan Micra vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 27 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
