1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 230 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
