1949 Renault Juva vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1949 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Renault Juva 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 1949 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace, 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. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1949 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1949 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Renault Juva | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
