1973 Honda Life vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Vauxhall Nova (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Life | Nova |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2350 mm |
