1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 271 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 1971 Buick Skylark 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 Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Juke |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
