1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 219 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 1982 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Juke |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
