2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 804 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
