1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Festiva | Nova |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
