1990 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Holden Nova
To start off, 1991 Holden Nova is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Nova (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Holden Nova.
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, 1991 Holden Nova (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1991 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Nova |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
