2002 Renault Espace vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 831 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, 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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Juva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
