2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 69 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
