1991 Audi S2 vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | S2 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
