1986 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, both 1986 Chrysler New Yorker and 1986 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 116 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 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 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chrysler New Yorker 1986 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Chrysler Vauxhall
Model New Yorker Carlton
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 228 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2680 mm


 

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