1978 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1994 Holden Nova | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Nova |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |