1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Juke |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 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 | 1400 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |