1992 Innocenti Koral vs. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 1992 Innocenti Koral is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 402 kg more than 1992 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 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 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Innocenti Koral, 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, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti Koral. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti Koral.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Innocenti Koral 1989 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Innocenti Vauxhall
Model Koral Carlton
Year Released 1992 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2740 mm


 

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