1992 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1990 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 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, 1990 Vauxhall Astra (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Vauxhall Nova | 1990 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Nova | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
