1992 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 7 kg more than 1992 BMW 318. 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 1992 BMW 318. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | Juke |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |