1985 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 550 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Vauxhall Carlton | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
Model | Carlton | Colorado |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |