1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ascona | Nova |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
