1990 Holden Nova vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1992 Nissan Vanette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Vanette (86 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 1992 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1992 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Nova | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2080 mm |
