1958 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Escort weights approximately 77 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1958 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Nova |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |