1953 Renault Juva vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 55 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1232 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 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 2008 Volvo XC90 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. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Juva | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
