1990 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 22 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1215 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1990 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1990 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Vauxhall Nova | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Sienna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |