1956 Renault Juva vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 50 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 411 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Juva | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Juva | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
