1977 Renault 12 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 34 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1690 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1977 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1977 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Renault | Land Rover |
| Model | 12 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 88 L |
