1993 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1993 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Vauxhall Carlton | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Audi |
Model | Carlton | A4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2809 mm |