1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 837 kg more than 1969 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Aurora | 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
