1994 Holden Nova vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Nova | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Nova | Carina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |