1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 23 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Because 1986 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 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon, 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, 1994 Dodge Neon (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1986 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Neon | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
