2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1986 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C4 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
