1994 Holden Nova vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1994 Holden Nova and 1994 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Nova | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Nova | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |