2009 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 721 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
