1986 AC Ace vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Juva weights approximately 38 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Juva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
