1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (194 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Euro 1 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |