1981 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1981 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, both 1981 Mercedes-Benz E and 1981 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 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.
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1981 Mercedes-Benz E | 1981 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | E | Carlton |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |