2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1552 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tahoe | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
