1975 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 720 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.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 12 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
