2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 51 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 805 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental, 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva. 2005 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1954 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1954 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Juva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
