1953 Renault Juva vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1975 Renault 30 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1953 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | 30 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
