1990 Volkswagen Corrado 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 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 231 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Volkswagen Corrado | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Corrado | Juke |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |