1988 Holden Camira vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Camira weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Camira | Nova |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
