2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 22 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 775 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.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Astro | Carlton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |