1977 Toyota Carina vs. 1992 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 240 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 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 1992 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Carina | Nova |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
