1983 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 29 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1012 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 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Hyundai |
| Model | Carlton | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
