2005 Nissan Altima vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 463 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 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Juva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
