1950 Renault Juva vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1950 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 585 kg more than 1950 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Renault Juva | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Juva | Golf |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
