1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Chevrolet Camaro 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Chevrolet Vauxhall
Model Camaro Carlton
Year Released 1985 1983
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2833 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm


 

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