1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | CW | Carlton |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |