The Vauxhall Nova Merit 1.2 is a front wheel drive automobile, with the motor located in the front, and a 4 door saloon (sedan) bodyshell.
The power is produced by a naturally aspirated engine of 1.2 litre capacity. This unit features single overhead camshaft valve gear, 4 cylinder layout, and 2 valves per cylinder. It develops 54 bhp (55 PS/40 kW) of power at 5600 rpm, and maximum torque of 90 N·m (66 lb·ft/9.2 kgm) at 2200 rpm.
The engine transfers its power through to the wheels via a 5 speed manual gearbox.
The stated weight at the kerb is 780 kg.
Its maximum speed quoted is 151 km/h or 94 mph, manufacturer claimed fuel consumption figures are 4.7/6.3/8.1 l/100 km 90 km/h / 120 km/h / urban.
Full specs
Body type
4 door sedan/saloon with 4/5 seats
Length
3955 mm
Weight
780 kg
Engine type
naturally aspirated petrol
Engine size
1.2 litre
Cylinders
4, Straight
Power
55 PS / 54 bhp / 40 kW @ 5600 rpm
Torque
90 Nm / 66 ft.lb / 9.2 kgm @ 2200 rpm
Top speed
151 km/h / 94 mph
Economy
4.7/6.3/8.1 l/100 km 90 km/h / 120 km/h / urban
1982 Vauxhall Nova Merit 1.2 (1989) Spezifikationen