2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 54 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 165 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, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Juva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
