1989 Ford Probe vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1989 Ford Probe is newer by 35 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Probe weights approximately 305 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, 1989 Ford Probe, 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 Ford Probe (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Juva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
