2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 29 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra.
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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Micra | Integra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
