2001 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 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 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Vauxhall Zafira 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Vauxhall Vauxhall
Model Zafira Carlton
Year Released 2001 1993
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3638 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 532 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2740 mm


 

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