1975 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz E | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | E | Carlton |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |