1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
