1983 Holden Camira vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira 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 102 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 281 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Juke |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
