1992 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 21 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.
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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Vauxhall Carlton | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
Model | Carlton | Prius |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |