2005 Honda Insight vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Insight weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Insight | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
