1974 Renault 12 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1220 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 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Renault 12 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 12 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |