1989 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 368 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, 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 Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Vauxhall Carlton | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Carlton | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
