1996 Renault Megane vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 Renault Megane (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Megane | Juva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |