1991 Holden Nova vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Holden Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Nova (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Nova | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
