2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 616 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.
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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | CR-V | Nova |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
