1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Nova and 1991 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 338 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
