2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 191 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
