1972 Ford Torino 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 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 386 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Juke |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 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 | 50 L |
