2008 Honda Stream vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 810 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.
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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Stream | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
