1995 Opel Astra vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 153 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 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 1955 Renault Juva | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Juva |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |