1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1953 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (179 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 220 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
