1969 Renault 12 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 38 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 606 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 12 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 62 L |
