1987 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 232 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Carlton | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2685 mm |
