2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 495 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Juva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |