1969 Renault 12 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1016 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 87 L |
