1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 19 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 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 12 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, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-2 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
