1948 Renault Juva vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1948 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1948 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1615 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Renault Juva | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Juva | GL |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3076 mm |
