2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
