1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1991 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 1991 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | 100 NX | Nova |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
