1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 42 kg more than 1953 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 1953 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1953 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Applause | Juva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
