1990 Holden Nova vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 16 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1061 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 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Nova | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Nova | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |