2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 22 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | HR-V | Carlton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |