2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 834 kg more than 1983 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 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 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 | 1499 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
