1993 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2010 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 17 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.

Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. 2010 Toyota Venza 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. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Vauxhall Nova 2010 Toyota Venza
Make Vauxhall Toyota
Model Nova Venza
Year Released 1993 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1196 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2780 mm


 

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