1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Vauxhall Nova (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Super 5 | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Super 5 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
