2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 139 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1983 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Golf | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Golf | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2680 mm |
