1989 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 90 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
