1954 Renault Juva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 54 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 428 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, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Renault Juva | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Juva | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
