1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 665 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Thunderbird | Juva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
