1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 121 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 190 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 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 | 1200 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
