1990 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 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, 2012 Mazda 3, 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Vauxhall Carlton | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Mazda |
Model | Carlton | 3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |