1972 Renault 12 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 12 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 12 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
