1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 19 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 510 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | Juva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
