1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 30 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 280 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Daytona | Juva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
