1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Nova |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
