1993 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1993 Vauxhall Nova and 1993 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 375 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.
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 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Vauxhall Nova | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Nova | Quantum |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |