2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 53 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 45 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva.
Because 1955 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 1955 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1955 Renault Juva | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Jazz | Juva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 20 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |