1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 10 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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 57 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
