1994 Holden Nova vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 385 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 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Nova | Defender |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
