2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1992 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 334 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1992 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Avanza | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
