1991 Holden Nova vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 885 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Nova | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
