2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 560 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Be Bop | Nova |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
