2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1978 Renault 12
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 12 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 1978 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
