1964 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1964 Plymouth Valiant.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Plymouth Valiant | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Plymouth | Vauxhall |
| Model | Valiant | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
