2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 143 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1985 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mobilio | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
