1990 Holden Nova vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 17 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Nova | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Nova | Milan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
