1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Chevelle | Juke |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
