1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 555 kg more than 1956 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLK | Juva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
