1953 Renault Juva vs. 1987 Renault Espace
To start off, 1987 Renault Espace is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 222 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, 1987 Renault 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1987 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 1987 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | Espace |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
