1995 Holden Nova vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 1995 Holden Nova and 1985 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 32 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Nova | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
