1969 Renault 12 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
