2009 Nissan Micra vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 115 L |
