1951 Jaguar XK vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 1951 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar XK weights approximately 486 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 1949 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | Juva |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
