1956 Renault Juva vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 445 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Juva | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Juva | Megane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
