2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1953 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | Discovery | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
