1987 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 25 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, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 114 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 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Vauxhall Carlton | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Vauxhall | Audi |
Model | Carlton | TT |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2469 mm |