1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 655 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Dart | Nova |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |