1982 Audi 80 vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
