1994 Holden Nova vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
Because 1972 Nissan President 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 1972 Nissan President. 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, 1972 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Nova | 1972 Nissan President | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Nova | President |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |