1994 Holden Nova vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, both 1994 Holden Nova and 1994 Volkswagen Corrado were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 195 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.
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 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
