1992 Holden Nova vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, both 1992 Holden Nova and 1992 Rover 620i were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 240 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 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Nova | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Nova | 620i |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
