1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1990 Porsche 928 and 1990 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 928 | Nova |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |