1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1991 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1968 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corolla | 1991 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Corolla | Nova |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |