1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1966 Ford Galaxie is newer by 4 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 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1030 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Galaxie | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
