1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 315 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.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 1998 Mazda Levante 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. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Levante | Juva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
