1980 Ford Escort vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Juva |
Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |