1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Terios | Nova |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
