1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 252 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Skyline | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Skyline | Juke |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |