2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 73 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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 Micra (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
