1993 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 625 kg more than 1982 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, 1993 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Nova |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |