1994 Holden Nova vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina 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 1 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Carina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
