1985 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1984 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. 1984 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1985 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1985 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Vauxhall Nova | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Celica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |