2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 16 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 775 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | 4Runner | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
