1985 Citroen C 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 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 489 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C | Juke |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
