2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 51 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | Juva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 747 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
