1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Nova |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |