1953 Renault Juva vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 35 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 157 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, 1988 Renault 21, 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, 1988 Renault 21 (118 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | 21 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
