1989 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa 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 144 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 564 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Corsa | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | Juke |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
