1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corolla | Nova |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
