1998 Ford Focus vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 170 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 Focus, 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 Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Juva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
