1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1944 Renault Juva
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1944 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1944 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 396 kg more than 1944 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 1944 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Juva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
