1994 Holden Nova vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1994 Holden Nova and 1994 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. 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 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
