1988 Buick Century vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1988 Buick Century is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (150 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1983 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century, 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, 1988 Buick Century (270 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Century | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2680 mm |
