1996 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1992 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Nova |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
