2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | LR2 | Carlton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |