1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 111 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Ponton | Juke |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |