1969 Buick GS vs. 1992 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 890 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1992 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | GS | Nova |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |