1987 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 94 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Vauxhall Carlton | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | Carlton | 460 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |