1990 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Nova weights approximately 39 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova. 1996 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1996 Holden Nova | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Civic | Nova |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |