1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Falcon 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 1971 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | Nova |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
