1997 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 308 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Juke |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
