2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1265 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | Range Rover | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
