1993 Vauxhall Nova vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
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 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Vauxhall Nova | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
