1974 Renault 12 vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 840 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 12 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |