2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 497 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 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Sentra | 1955 Renault Juva | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Sentra | Juva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |