2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1985 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 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 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1985 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 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 | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
