1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 1995 Holden Nova | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Brougham | Nova |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |