1975 Renault 12 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 12 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
