2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 750 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
