2004 Opel Astra vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 50 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 380 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, 2004 Opel Astra, 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, 2004 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Juva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |