1953 Renault Juva vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 53 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 377 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Juva | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
