1969 Renault 12 vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 24 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 685 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 1993 Toyota Previa 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 1993 Toyota Previa. 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
