2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira, 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 (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Nubira | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Daewoo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Nubira | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
