2005 Audi A8 vs. 1955 Renault Juva

To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 50 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1000 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 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 1955 Renault Juva
Make Audi Renault
Model A8 Juva
Year Released 2005 1955
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4134 cc 747 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 54.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2360 mm


 

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