1989 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 23 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 897 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Vauxhall Nova | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
Model | Nova | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |