1996 Volvo 960 vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volvo 960 | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | 960 | Juke |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |