1953 Renault Juva vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 54 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 719 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, 2007 Volvo XC70, 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 2007 Volvo XC70 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. 2007 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Juva | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
