1948 Renault Juva vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1948 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1948 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 747 kg more than 1948 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2012 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1948 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1948 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Renault Juva | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Juva | Malibu |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1003 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2852 mm |