1991 Holden Nova vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 600 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.
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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Nova | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Previa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
