2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |