1955 Renault Juva vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 49 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Renault Juva | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Juva | Caddy |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 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 | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |