1954 Renault Juva vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 56 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 672 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva. 2010 Nissan Maxima 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. 2010 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Renault Juva 2010 Nissan Maxima
Make Renault Nissan
Model Juva Maxima
Year Released 1954 2010
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 746 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 20 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 354 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1617 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1859 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2776 mm


 

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