1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 371 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda MX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-3 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
