1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 415 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Maxima | 1955 Renault Juva | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Maxima | Juva |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |