1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 728 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 1971 Buick Centurion 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 1971 Buick Centurion. 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Centurion | Juke |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |