1974 Renault 12 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
