1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 167 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Guara | Juke |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |