1949 Renault Juva vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 1972 ZIL 117 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Renault Juva would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2140 kg more than 1949 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1972 ZIL 117 has automatic transmission and 1949 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1949 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 ZIL 117 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Renault Juva | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Renault | ZIL |
| Model | Juva | 117 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
