1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, both 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and 1974 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 780 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1974 Renault 12 | |
Make | Jeep | Renault |
Model | Grand Wagoneer | 12 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |