1975 Renault 12 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 875 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Renault 12 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 12 | Previa |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |