1969 Audi Variant vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Variant | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
