1978 Renault 12 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 29 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 899 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 12 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
