2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1971 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1971 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1971 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | LR2 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
