1975 Renault 12 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 584 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 12 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |
