2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 309 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.
Because 2006 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe (156 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Vibe | Juva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
