2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corolla | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
