1993 Holden Nova vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1993 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Nova.
Because 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Nova. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Nova | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2797 mm |
