1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1295 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1955 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1955 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | S | Juva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
