1977 Renault 12 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 21 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 12 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
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, 1998 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 12 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
