1982 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
