1979 Vauxhall Cavalier vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier.
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:
| 1979 Vauxhall Cavalier | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cavalier | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 355 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
