1954 Renault Juva vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (235 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Renault Juva | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Juva | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
