1989 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2010 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Aygo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Vauxhall Nova | 2010 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
