2006 Toyota Avalon vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 22 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 55 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.
Because 1984 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon, 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 Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Avalon | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
