1949 Renault Juva vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 980 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 Toyota Highlander, 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Renault Juva | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Juva | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1003 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2789 mm |
