1996 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 630 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1984 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1984 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Nova |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |