1972 Renault 12 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 144 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 12 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
