1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Nova weights approximately 373 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Cherry | Nova |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
