1989 Holden Nova vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 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. Both 1989 Holden Nova and 1997 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 105 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Nova | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Carina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
