1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1994 Ford Aspire and 1994 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (81 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Nova (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aspire | 1994 Holden Nova | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Aspire | Nova |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |