1955 Renault Juva vs. 1986 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Juva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1955 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 1955 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1986 Vauxhall Astra (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Renault Juva | 1986 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Juva | Astra |
Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |