1989 Holden Nova vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 18 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, 2007 Toyota Avanza (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Nova | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
