1977 Renault 12 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 22 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 12 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |
