1993 Ford Contour vs. 1993 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1993 Ford Contour and 1993 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 227 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1993 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Contour | Nova |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
