1989 Holden Nova vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1056 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Nova | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Nova | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
