1994 Holden Nova vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
