1984 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Carlton | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
