2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1949 Renault Juva
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Renault Juva would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1949 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1949 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.
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2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1949 Renault Juva | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | RX-8 | Juva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1003 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |