1989 Holden Nova vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1989 Holden Nova and 1989 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Holden 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Nova | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Holden | Saab |
Model | Nova | 9000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |