2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1672 kg more than 1973 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 56 L |
