2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 968 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
