1993 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1993 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Carlton | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3638 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2815 mm |
