1994 Holden Nova vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 190 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 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
