1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 84 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 90 | Juke |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |