1973 Renault 12 vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1715 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1973 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1973 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 12 | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 93 L |
