1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,007 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (130 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1609 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2007 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
