1981 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Holden Nova
To start off, 1999 Holden Nova is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 602 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick Electra 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1999 Holden Nova | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Nova |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |