2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 483 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1989 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1989 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escalade | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
