1994 Holden Nova vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 15 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 925 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 2009 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Nova | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
