2009 Nissan Micra vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 307 kg more than 1986 Renault 18.
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, 1986 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | 18 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
