1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Nova |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
