1991 Holden Nova vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 18 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Nova | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Nova | LR2 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |