1953 Renault Juva vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 33 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 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 330 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, 1986 Subaru XT, 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Juva | XT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
