2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vitara | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
