1984 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1984 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Carlton | Astra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
