2009 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A4 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2697 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1645 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
