1989 Holden Nova vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 16 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, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Nova weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Nova | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Nova | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
