1994 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. 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, 2012 Mazda 3, 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 @ 3300 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Vauxhall Carlton | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Mazda |
Model | Carlton | 3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3638 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |