2002 Vector M12 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2002 Vector M12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vector M12 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton has automatic transmission and 2002 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2002 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vector M12 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Vector | Vauxhall |
| Model | M12 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
