1984 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 179 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 90 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
