1990 Holden Nova vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Holden Nova is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1990 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Nova | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Nova | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
