1989 Holden Nova vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 140 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 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Nova | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Nova | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |