1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 300 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
