1987 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 18 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carlton | Fox |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
