1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1995 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 147 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 1995 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1995 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Cavalier | Nova |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
