1994 Honda Today vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1994 Honda Today and 1994 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 67 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1994 Holden Nova | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Today | Nova |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |