1992 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1992 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Vauxhall Carlton | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
Model | Carlton | F-250 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3967 mm |