2009 Nissan Altima vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.

Because 1992 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 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Altima 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Nissan Vauxhall
Model Altima Carlton
Year Released 2009 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3490 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1077 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2740 mm


 

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