1982 Toyota Corsa vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 571 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Corsa | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2969 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
