2008 Renault Laguna vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 516 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Juva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
