2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1992 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Altezza 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model Altezza Carlton
Year Released 2001 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2740 mm


 

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