1983 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 28 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), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1157 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. 2011 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Nova | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
| Model | Nova | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| 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 | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
