1998 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
