2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460.
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, 1995 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Micra | 460 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
