1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Cedric. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Juke |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
