1992 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Carlton | 440 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
