2004 Renault Laguna vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 489 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, 2004 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Laguna | Juva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |