1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 42 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Juva weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
Model | D8 | Juva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |