2006 Lexus IS vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 667 kg more than 1953 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (289 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 2006 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1953 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1953 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | IS | Juva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
