1953 Renault Juva vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 58 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna, 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 2011 Renault Laguna 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. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Renault Juva | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
