1974 Renault 12 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
