2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 605 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLK | Juva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
