1985 Proton Saloon vs. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, both 1985 Proton Saloon and 1985 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Proton Saloon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1985 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Proton Saloon, 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 Vauxhall Carlton (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Proton Saloon. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Proton Saloon | 1985 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Proton | Vauxhall |
Model | Saloon | Carlton |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |