1989 Holden Nova vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 19 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Nova | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Titan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3560 mm |
