1954 Renault Juva vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 53 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 900 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, 2007 Renault Espace, 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1954 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1954 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Renault Juva | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | Espace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
