1980 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 439 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Juke |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
