1995 Honda CRX vs. 1979 Renault 12
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 16 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda CRX weights approximately 100 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.
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, 1995 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 1979 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CRX | 12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
