1962 Renault Caravelle vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Caravelle would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 718 kg more than 1962 Renault Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Renault Caravelle 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 1962 Renault Caravelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Renault Caravelle | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Caravelle | Camry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
