1978 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Escort 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Vauxhall Nova (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1983 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Nova |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |