2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 834 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
