1994 Holden Nova vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 355 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 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Nova | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
