1993 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova

To start off, both 1993 Toyota 4Runner and 1993 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 845 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Toyota 4Runner 1993 Vauxhall Nova
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model 4Runner Nova
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2365 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 112 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2350 mm


 

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