1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint, 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, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sprint | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
