1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 301 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 Ford Gran Torino. 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 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Gran Torino | Juke |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
