2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Infiniti | Vauxhall |
| Model | FX | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
