1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
Model | 98 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |