1990 Holden Nova vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Holden Nova is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Nova weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Nova | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Carina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
