1987 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Le Baron would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Le Baron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 142 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. 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 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Le Baron | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Le Baron | Juke |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |