1989 Holden Nova vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1989 Holden Nova and 1989 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 34 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 Volvo 460 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Nova | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Nova | 460 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1054 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |