1994 Holden Nova vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nova | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
