1990 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 23 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Nova | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Nova | Nova |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
