1955 Renault Juva vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Renault Juva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda AZ (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Juva weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda AZ (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda AZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 2005 Mazda AZ has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda AZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Renault Juva | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Juva | AZ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
