2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
