2002 Acura CL vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 46 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 635 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, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | CL | Juva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
