1953 Renault Juva vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 60 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 357 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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. 2013 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Renault Juva | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Juva | Elantra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |