1977 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Juke |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |