1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel, 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 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Hyundai Excel | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Excel | Juva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |