2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (104 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 526 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Supra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |