1983 Nissan Skyline vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline is newer by 28 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 105 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.
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, 1983 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Skyline | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Skyline | Juva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
