1974 Renault 12 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 18 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 166 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 | Vento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
