1968 Opel Kadett vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1968 Opel Kadett 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 1,076 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Renault Juva weights approximately 193 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett.
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 Opel Kadett (74 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1968 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Juva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1076 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
