1974 Renault 12 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 8 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 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
