1994 Holden Nova vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, both 1994 Holden Nova and 1994 Porsche 993 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Nova | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Nova | 993 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |