1983-1992 Micra OverviewNissan Micra Overview (1983 - 1992)
K10
Tech Specs Summary
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- 87 - 112 mph
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- 7.7 - 21.0 seconds
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- 49 - 108 hp
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- 33.6 - 39.9 mpg
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- 1,477 - 1,698 lbs
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- 7.2 ft3
This generation of the Nissan Micra (K10) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Nissan between 1983 - 1992. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback and came with either 3 or 5 doors. There are four power levels available from either a 1 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 0.9 L Inline 4 Twincharged gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and solid axle rear suspension. However, some models have trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Micra is the Nissan Micra (March) Super Turbo which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 108 hp and a power/weight ratio of 15.72 lb/hp it has a top speed of 112 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Nissan Micra 1.0 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 414 miles and can store 7.2 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 683 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 1,433 lbs.