1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1944 Renault Juva
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Renault Juva would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1944 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1944 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1944 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1944 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1944 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1944 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | 62 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
