1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1993 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Nova.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | E | Nova |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
