1994 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia, 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 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Renault |
| Model | Carlton | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3638 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2473 mm |
