1983 Opel Corsa vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. Both 1983 Opel Corsa and 1985 Vauxhall Nova are equipped with a 993 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Corsa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Vauxhall Nova (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa | Nova |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
