1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 292 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Nissan Laurel (230 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Laurel | 1994 Holden Nova | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Laurel | Nova |
Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |