1982 Renault 11 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1982 Renault 11 and 1982 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 22 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 11 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
