1994 Nissan President vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1994 Nissan President is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. 1994 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan President | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | President | Nova |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |