1978 Renault 12 vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 15 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 574 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 12 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 12 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
