1992 Holden Nova vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Holden Nova is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Nova weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Nova | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
