1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 115 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Juke |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |