1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | 1949 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | Juva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
