2004 Renault Megane vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 49 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 265 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, 2004 Renault Megane, 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 Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Juva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
