1977 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 128 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.

Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Buick Regal 2012 Nissan Juke
Make Buick Nissan
Model Regal Juke
Year Released 1977 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4932 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1342 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2530 mm


 

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