2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 864 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2310 mm |
