1983 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-05 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 380 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 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-05 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mazda |
| Model | Carlton | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
