2004 Audi Allroad vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 Audi Allroad is newer by 21 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 721 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.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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, 2004 Audi Allroad (350 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Allroad | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
