1996 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 845 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Vauxhall Carlton | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Carlton | Nova |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3638 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |