1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 45 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 455 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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Juva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
