1990 Holden Nova vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 820 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 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Nova | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Venza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 264 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2775 mm |