1983 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Vauxhall Carlton | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Vauxhall | Subaru |
Model | Carlton | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |