2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 728 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (350 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1989 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Allroad | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
