1973 Renault 12 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 12 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 12 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
