1995 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carlton | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3638 cc | 1390 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
