1985 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 717 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 776 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Vauxhall Carlton | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Vauxhall | Koenigsegg |
Model | Carlton | CCX |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |