1978 Renault 12 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 Renault 19 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 12 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 12 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
