1990 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 20 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1216 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 2010 SsangYong Musso 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Nova | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
| Model | Nova | Musso |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
