1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 465 kg more than 1984 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Daytona | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
