1986 Ford Escort vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 31 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Juva weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1955 Renault Juva | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Juva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |