2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | F-150 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2680 mm |
