2007 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 194 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 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A4 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
