1991 Acura Legend vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 35 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 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 605 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, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Juva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
