1994 Holden Nova vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 1994 Holden Nova and 1994 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
Because 1994 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith. 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 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Nova | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Nova | Griffith |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |