2006 Renault Espace vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 900 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Juva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
