1974 Renault 12 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 39 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 895 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 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1974 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 12 | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2797 mm |
