2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Express | Carlton |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |