1994 Holden Nova vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1699 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
