1974 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 530 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
