1953 Renault Juva vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 472 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira has automatic transmission and 1953 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1953 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Renault Juva | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Juva | Zafira |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 170 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |