2004 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.

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, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model Hi-Ace Carlton
Year Released 2004 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 16 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1235 kg
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2740 mm


 

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