1979 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Holden Nova
To start off, 1992 Holden Nova is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Nova (81 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Nova weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1992 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Nova |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
