2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Because 1996 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 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tazz | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
