1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Carlton |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |