1969 Renault 12 vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 31 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 595 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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
