1953 Renault Juva vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 56 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 299 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (282 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Juva | Eos |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
