1969 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 477 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 12 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
