1989 Holden Nova vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, both 1989 Holden Nova and 1989 Toyota Supra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1989 Toyota Supra 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 1989 Toyota Supra. 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 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Nova | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Supra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |