2005 Audi S6 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. 2005 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | S6 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
