1977 Renault 12 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
