2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 385 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 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Terios | Nova |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
