1968 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 328 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel. 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 1968 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Laurel | Juke |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |