1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 24 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 538 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 505 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
