1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 36 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 895 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.
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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Roadmaster | Juva |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |