2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 375 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1993 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1993 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Quest | Nova |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
