1971 Volkswagen 411 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 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 262 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Volkswagen 411 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
