1990 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1615 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Nova | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
