1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 43 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 950 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 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Astro | Juva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |