2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 690 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | CR-V | Nova |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |