1990 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,092 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Nova | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
