2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1982 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1982 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Titan | Nova |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2350 mm |
