1989 Holden Nova vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Holden Nova is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Nova (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Holden Nova.
Because 1956 Toyota Crown 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 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Nova | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
