1969 Renault 12 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 330 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Renault 12 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 12 | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |