2004 Opel Frontera vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 935 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 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Frontera | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Frontera | Nova |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
