1990 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1990 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 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Vauxhall Carlton | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Carlton | Eos |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |