1991 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 634 kg more than 1991 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Vauxhall Nova | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Touran |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
