1977 Renault 12 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 29 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
