1987 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 16 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 516 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Vauxhall Carlton | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Carlton | VX220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |