2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 54 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 230 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, 2008 Chevrolet Optra, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 1954 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Optra | Juva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
