1994 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 19 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 115 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 149 kg more than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX. 2013 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1994 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Acura |
| Model | Carlton | RDX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3638 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2685 mm |
