1968 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 332 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo 120 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 1968 Volvo 120. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
