1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Juke |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |