2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1990 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Accent | Carlton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |