1967 Renault 10 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Renault 10 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 1967 Renault 10 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 1967 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1967 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault 10 | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 10 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
