1978 Toyota Corona vs. 1991 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 425 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 1991 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corona | Nova |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
