1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.

Because 1992 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 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Citroen Saxo 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Citroen Vauxhall
Model Saxo Carlton
Year Released 1998 1992
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 117 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2740 mm


 

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