1974 Renault 12 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 27 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
