2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (194 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Tacoma | Carlton |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2740 mm |