1992 Holden Nova vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 18 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1693 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 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Nova | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Nova | Defender |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |