1987 Buick Regal vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 31 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 395 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Juva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
