2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Rezzo | 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 56 L |
