1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Mark II (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 455 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Mark II | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mark II | Nova |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
