1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
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 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Daytona | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
