1972 Renault 12 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 486 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1972 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1972 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 12 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 12 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
