2009 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 76 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1993 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 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Focus | Carlton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4600 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 | 1311 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |