2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 364 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 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | Juva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
