1953 Renault Juva vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 247 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Renault Juva | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Juva | Bora |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |