1998 Ford Contour vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 42 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 297 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, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Contour | Juva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |