2009 Toyota Venza vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Nova.
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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1984 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1984 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Venza | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Venza | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
