1985 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 66 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 344 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Juke |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
