1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Juke |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
