2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Micra | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Micra | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |