1993 Nissan Maxima vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1993 Nissan Maxima is newer by 37 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 375 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Maxima | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Maxima | Juva |
Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |