2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Yaris | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
