1970 Renault 12 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 12. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 12 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
