1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corsa | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Corsa | Carlton |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1235 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 |