1962 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Vauxhall VX4 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Vauxhall Vauxhall
Model VX4 Carlton
Year Released 1962 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1505 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2740 mm


 

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