2005 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1991 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 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
