1983 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 392 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 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, 2004 Volvo S60, 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Carlton | S60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
