2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Express | Carlton |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2680 mm |