1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 415 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1956 Renault Juva | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SC | Juva |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |