1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Holden Nova | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Camaro | Nova |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |