1993 Holden Nova vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, both 1993 Holden Nova and 1993 Porsche 965 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP) has 274 more horse power than 1993 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 461 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.
Because 1993 Porsche 965 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 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Nova | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Nova | 965 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 355 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |