2008 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accord | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
