1987 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. Both 1987 Vauxhall Carlton and 2005 Honda Stream are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 2005 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Carlton | Stream |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
