1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 985 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | XJS | Juva |
Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |