1976 Renault 12 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 314 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.
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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 12 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
