1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 200 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
