1992 Holden Nova vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Nova | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Nova | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
