1991 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Vauxhall Carlton | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | Carlton | V70 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |