1956 Renault Juva vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 51 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 447 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2007 Ford C-MAX 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. 2007 Ford C-MAX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Juva | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Juva | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
