1983 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1032 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Nova | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
| Model | Nova | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
