2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 18 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1688 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.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1982 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1982 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Vauxhall |
| Model | Park Ward | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2350 mm |
