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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 201 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 735 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 464 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.
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 | 2987 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
