1989 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1567 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1989 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1989 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Vauxhall Nova | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2855 mm |
