1953 Renault Juva vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 51 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 509 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Juva | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
