1976 Renault 12 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 444 kg more than 1976 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 12 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
