1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1989 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 784 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1989 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Coupe | Nova |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
