1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Renault Juva weights approximately 143 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | R-100 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
