2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1564 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2680 mm |
