1994 Toyota Carina vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 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 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Carina | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Carina | Nova |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
