1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 930 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Consorte | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
