1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 500 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Nova |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
