1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corolla | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
