1985 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Nova |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |