2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2227 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
