1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 79 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Nissan Juke
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Camaro Juke
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3133 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1321 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 50 L


 

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