1974 Renault 12 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 232 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
