1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1946 Renault Juva
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Renault Juva would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1946 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1946 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1946 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. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1946 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1946 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1946 Renault Juva | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Roadmaster | Juva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |