1993 Lexus LS vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lexus LS | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
Model | LS | Carlton |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |