1990 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
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 Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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 Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana 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 Santana | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Nova | Santana |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |