1977 Renault 12 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 27 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 30 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, 1977 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
