1994 Holden Nova vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 119 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
