1993 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 595 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1993 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1993 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Vauxhall Nova | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Vauxhall | Hyundai |
Model | Nova | Marcia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |