2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 705 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Juva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
