1954 Renault Juva vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 49 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 255 kg more than 1954 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Megane, 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, 2003 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Renault Juva | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Juva | Megane |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |