1985 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Juke |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
