1954 Renault Juva vs. 2007 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 445 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 Scenic, 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 Scenic (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Renault Juva | 2007 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
