1969 TVR Tuscan vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
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:
| 1969 TVR Tuscan | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | TVR | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tuscan | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4725 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
