1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 189 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 1974 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Skyline | Juke |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |