2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1721 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | LR3 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
