1990 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. Both 1990 Vauxhall Nova and 1989 Vauxhall Astra are equipped with a 1,389 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 165 kg more 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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Nova | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Nova | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
