1972 Ford LTD vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford LTD 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 1972 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 1996 Holden Nova | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | LTD | Nova |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2470 mm |