1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 17 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. 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 1989 Chrysler Conquest. 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chrysler Conquest 2012 Nissan Juke
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Conquest Juke
Year Released 1989 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 186 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1342 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2530 mm


 

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