1980 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 148 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Nova |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 762 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 |