1999 Honda S-MX vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 44 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 385 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 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S-MX | Juva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
