1995 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1995 Ford Escort 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 74 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1995 Holden Nova | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Nova |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |