1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 101 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Juke |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |