1981 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 549 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Juke |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |