1998 Ford Triton vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1998 Ford Triton 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 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Triton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Triton (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Triton weights approximately 82 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton, 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, 1998 Ford Triton (174 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Triton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Triton | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Triton | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2740 mm |
