2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 715 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, 2002 Renault Grand 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 Grand Espace (183 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Juva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
