1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 147 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Colt. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Juke |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
