1991 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 21 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 515 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 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Audi |
| Model | Carlton | S5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
