2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1987 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 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 1992 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
