1992 Holden Nova vs. 1992 Mazda MX-6
To start off, both 1992 Holden Nova and 1992 Mazda MX-6 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (118 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Nova | 1992 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
