1987 Buick Estate vs. 1990 Holden Nova
To start off, 1990 Holden Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 870 kg more than 1990 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Estate 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 1987 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1990 Holden Nova | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Estate | Nova |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |