1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Challenger | Juva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
