1991 Holden Nova vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 1991 Holden Nova and 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 675 kg more than 1991 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Nova | 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nova | SL |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |