1995 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol is newer by 14 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) has 291 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. 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, 2009 Renault Symbol, 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) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Renault |
| Model | Carlton | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3638 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 |
