2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 399 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1987 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
Model | Grandis | Carlton |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |