1954 Renault Juva vs. 1993 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Swift is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1993 Suzuki Swift (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Renault Juva | 1993 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Juva | Swift |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
