1949 Renault Juva vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 62 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 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1949 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 1949 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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. 2011 Ford Mondeo 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. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Renault Juva | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Juva | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1003 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |