1979 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1979 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 12 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 12 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
