1984 Toyota Starlet vs. 1989 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. Both 1984 Toyota Starlet and 1989 Vauxhall Nova are equipped with a 993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 1984 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Vauxhall Nova (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Starlet | 1989 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Starlet | Nova |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |